Chapter 41 Meeting at the Coffee Shop
Chapter 41 Meeting at the Coffee Shop
A few days later, Zhu Ziqing was busy at work when her phone suddenly rang.
She glanced at the screen; it was Wan Qingsha's number.
"Hey, Wan Qingsha, what's up?" Zhu Ziqing's voice carried a hint of detachment.
"Ziqing, I'm waiting for you at the Luckin Coffee shop downstairs from your company. Let's meet." Wan Qingsha's words carried an undeniable air of authority.
Upon hearing Wan Qingsha's voice, Zhu Ziqing instinctively felt a surge of resistance.
She said without hesitation, "I don't want to see you. There's nothing more to say between us."
Wan Qingsha sneered: "You'd better think it through. If you don't come, I can't guarantee what will happen to Tan Haoyu and Feiyang Technology. You'll have to bear the consequences."
Zhu Ziqing's heart sank suddenly; she knew Wan Qingsha's methods all too well.
For the safety of Tan Haoyu and Feiyang Technology, she gritted her teeth and said, "Okay, I'll do it."
After hanging up the phone, Zhu Ziqing was unable to calm down for a long time.
Recalling her past with Wan Qingsha, she felt a mix of emotions.
She didn't want to see him, but she was also afraid that Wan Qingsha would be detrimental to Tan Haoyu and Feiyang Technology.
She knew Wan Qingsha's ruthlessness all too well; since he had uttered such threatening words, he would surely take action.
Zhu Ziqing paced back and forth in her office, her inner conflict surging like a turbulent tide.
On the one hand, she felt disgusted with Wan Qingsha and didn't want to have any further entanglement with him.
On the other hand, how could she stand by and watch Tan Haoyu and Feiyang Technology suffer a disaster because of her?
Finally, Zhu Ziqing took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down.
She changed into a simple and elegant outfit, tidied her makeup in front of the mirror, and tried to make herself look more composed.
"Fine, let's just consider this the last time." She took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down.
Zhu Ziqing picked up her handbag, resolutely walked out of the company, and headed towards the Luckin Coffee shop that Wan Qingsha had designated.
She walked along the bustling street, her anxiety growing stronger as she approached the coffee shop.
Finally, Zhu Ziqing arrived at the entrance of the coffee shop.
Through the glass window, she saw Wan Qingsha sitting by the window.
She hesitated whether to go inside.
In the end, Zhu Ziqing decided that since she was already there, she should go up.
Inside the coffee shop filled with the aroma of coffee, Zhu Ziqing slowly ascended the stairs.
She spotted Wan Qingsha sitting by the window at a glance.
He was leisurely sipping his coffee, his gaze occasionally glancing towards the doorway.
Wan Qingsha sat by the window upstairs and waved enthusiastically when she spotted Zhu Ziqing.
With his signature charming smile on his face, he called softly, "Qingqing, I'm here."
Zhu Ziqing walked up to him, her tone somewhat cold.
Wan Qingsha looked up, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes: "Ziqing, you're here."
In the past, this affectionate nickname would fill her with joy and make her heart race.
But now, it's as if I've only heard an ordinary name, and I feel nothing at all.
As she walked toward Wanqingsha, she noticed the bandage on his forehead.
The gauze looked somewhat out of place on his otherwise flawless face.
Zhu Ziqing was taken aback; it turned out his injuries hadn't healed yet.
She walked to the table and sat down slowly.
Seeing her sit down, Wan Qingsha leaned forward, trying to get closer to her.
Zhu Ziqing subconsciously took a step back, distancing herself from Wan Qingsha.
She frowned slightly and replied coldly, "What exactly do you want from me?"
Wan Qingsha's smile faltered slightly, but she quickly regained her composure.
His eyes were full of tenderness: "Qingqing, you care about me."
Zhu Ziqing gently shook her head, her expression calm and distant: "It's just because I caused your injury, and I don't want to get involved in a murder case, that's all."
Her tone was indifferent, as if she were stating a fact that had nothing to do with her.
Wan Qingsha's smile froze slightly, but she quickly regained her composure.
"Ziqing, have a cup of coffee first, then we can talk slowly." Wan Qingsha was still unwilling to give up, trying to use her usual gentleness to soften Zhu Ziqing's indifference.
He pointed to the brewed coffee on the table and said, "This is your favorite Americano."
Zhu Ziqing didn't even glance at the cup of coffee: "Sorry, I've already given up coffee."
The implication is that her life has already changed and is different from the past.
Wan Qingsha coughed lightly, trying to get to the point and persuade Zhu Ziqing to stay.
Zhu Ziqing said coldly, "Young Master Wan, just say what you want to say. I don't have time to waste here with you."
Zhu Ziqing broke the brief silence first, her eyes revealing a hint of impatience.
“Let’s… talk,” Wan Qingsha broke the silence.
Zhu Ziqing nodded, but her eyes were looking out the window.
"Ziqing, I know I hurt you before. But please believe me, I sincerely want to start over with you." Wan Qingsha's words were sincere.
Upon hearing this, Zhu Ziqing simply smiled faintly: "Wan Qingsha, it's over between us. Your past choices have already determined our fate."
Wan Qingsha looked at Zhu Ziqing and said in a deep voice, "No, Ziqing, I will not give up. This time, I will prove my sincerity with my actions."
A slight ripple stirred in Zhu Ziqing's heart, but she quickly regained her composure.
She knew she couldn't get caught up in past emotional entanglements anymore.
She must look forward and plan for her future.
"Since you asked me to come here, let's make things clear. Please don't do that again..." Zhu Ziqing frowned and said firmly.
However, before he could finish speaking, Wan Qingsha interrupted him urgently.
"Qingqing, I hope you can come back with me and start over. It was all my fault before, and I will make up for it." Wan Qingsha's eyes were full of sincerity.
He stared intently at Zhu Ziqing, as if trying to find a hint of wavering in her eyes.
Upon hearing this, Zhu Ziqing felt that this was the most absurd joke in the world.
She sneered and coldly replied, "Wan Qingsha, do you think this is possible? We're over a long time ago. Stop indulging in pointless fantasies."
"I hope you can respect my choice." Zhu Ziqing's words were tinged with coldness.
Upon hearing this, Wan Qingsha felt a surge of resentment.
But he knew he could no longer use forceful methods to coerce Zhu Ziqing.
He must learn to respect her choices and win her heart through his actions.
Just as Zhu Ziqing and Wan Qingsha were at a stalemate.
A deep, sexy voice rang out from not far away: "Waiter, please give me a glass of hot milk."
Zhu Ziqing's body jolted when she heard that familiar voice.
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